The Deception (album)

The Deception is the seventh studio album by the American progressive metal band Nevermore. It was released in 2007 through Century Media Records. The album explores themes of manipulation, lies, and the loss of innocence, reflected both in its lyrical content and its complex musical arrangements.

The album's lineup consisted of Warrel Dane (vocals), Jeff Loomis (guitars), Jim Sheppard (bass), and Steve Smyth (guitars), with Van Williams on drums. While Smyth is credited as a guitarist, Loomis performed the majority of the guitar work on the album.

The Deception received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its technical proficiency, dark atmosphere, and Warrel Dane's vocal performance. Common comparisons were made to the band's earlier work while noting the album's evolution in sound and maturity in songwriting. Key tracks often highlighted include "Narcosynthesis", "Believe in Nothing", and the title track, "The Deception". The album charted in several countries, further solidifying Nevermore's position within the progressive metal scene. It is considered by many fans to be one of Nevermore's strongest and most cohesive works.